Tuesday, April 24, 2007

Minimizing Radiation Dosing For CT Patients - ECRI Discusses Strategies

According to researchers, computed tomography (CT) may account for up to 6,000 U.S. cancers per year. ECRI Institute (formerly ECRI), an independent nonprofit that researches best approaches to improving patient care, encourages healthcare facilities to ensure that CT is performed only when clinically justified and that radiation doses are kept as low as possible. In an upcoming ECRI Institute audio conference, expert speakers will provide insight on minimizing risks associated with CT radiation through proper equipment selections, policy considerations, and staff training.

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